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Aston Martin Reveals DB12 S as Range-Topping GT With Orders Open for Q1 2026 Deliveries

The S variant advances Aston Martin's 2025 performance push through a modest V8 power increase plus carbon-ceramic brakes as standard.

Overview

  • The new DB12 S is offered as Coupé and Volante, available to order immediately, with first deliveries slated for the first quarter of 2026.
  • Aston Martin quotes a 20 PS increase for the 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 with 800 Nm retained, with outlets reporting either 700 PS (most) or 691 PS (Motor1).
  • Performance figures include a 0–100 km/h time of about 3.4–3.6 seconds depending on body style and a 325 km/h top speed.
  • Chassis changes span refined suspension geometry, stiffer rear anti-roll bars, updated Bilstein DTX damper software, a recalibrated electronic rear differential, quicker shifts, and revised launch control.
  • Standard carbon-ceramic brakes cut unsprung mass by 27 kg (≈410 mm front/≈360 mm rear), while S-specific design cues and an optional titanium exhaust (-11.7 kg, +1.5 dB) complement interior updates such as a red anodized drive-mode knob.